Vivien Douglas
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| United States Representative | ||||
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| In Office: 2024 - Present | ||||
| Preceded by | Matthew Baccei | |||
| Succeeded by | Incumbent | |||
| Born | May 5th, 1984 Auburn, NY | |||
| Political Party | Democrat | |||
| Spouse | Andrew Barnes (2007 - 2008) divorced Martin Dunning (2010 - 2012) deceased | |||
| Religion | Jewish | |||
Vivien Douglas Barnes Dunning is an American politician, currently serving as United States Representative for New York's 8th Congressional District.
Personal Life
Vivien Marie Douglas Barnes Dunning was born on May 5th 1984 in Auburn, New York as only daughter to Jack and Margaret Douglas. Her father Jack Douglas was a small town police officer while her mother Margaret worked as a kindergarden teacher. They were both immigrants from Wales.
After high school Vivien enrolled at New York University where she completed her studies of Business & Political Economy in 2006. It was in this same year that young Vivien, fresh out of college met Andrew Barnes. Andrew was 40 years older than Vivien and a successful stockbroker. They married in 2007. Only one years later Vivien filed for divorce, taking half of Andrew's fortune and his business. She quickly proofed to be a highly successful manager.
Two years after her divorce Vivien married Martin Dunning, again much older. Martin who was a retired oil tycoon died in 2012 leaving all of his wealth to his wife while his five children inherited nothing.
Vivien continued expanding her (or rather her first husband's former) business. She belongs to the richest women on the East Coast and resides at one of New York City's most exclusive residential areas.
Political Career
In 2024 she decided to actively join politics and ran for Congress. She was elected handily (some speculate due to her immense wealth and her threatening attitude towards men). She is known to be a free-market Democrat and a strong supporter of women's rights.
